Power Construction Civil Engineering Bursary
Power Construction
Power Construction is one of South Africa's established civil construction companies, running a community-focused bursary programme that funds civil engineering and construction students from selected towns in the Western Cape. The bursary opens a direct pathway from study to employment at Power Construction.
- Amount
- Tuition, books, accommodation and allowance (full-cost where awarded)
- Deadline
- 1 June 2026
- Duration
- Full degree duration (subject to performance)
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
Power Construction supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Resident of Gouda, Saron, Tulbagh or Porterville (proof of address required)
- ✓ Studying or accepted to study a BSc, BEng or National Diploma in Civil Engineering or a construction-related field
- ✓ Strong matric results with at least 60% for Mathematics and Physical Science (higher for engineering degree streams)
- ✓ Studying at an accredited South African university, university of technology or TVET college
- ✓ Demonstrate financial need
What's Included
- ✓ Tuition fees
- ✓ Prescribed textbooks
- ✓ Accommodation allowance where applicable
- ✓ Practical work exposure at Power Construction sites
- ✓ Mentorship from senior engineers and project managers
- ✓ Pathway into a permanent role at Power Construction
Work Commitment
Successful applicants sign a bursary agreement that includes a work-back period at Power Construction after completing their studies, equal in duration to the bursary award.
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Power Construction bursary application
- 1
Email Power Construction at recruitmentatpower@gmail.com to request the bursary application form
- 2
Complete the application form in full
- 3
Attach certified copies of all required documents (especially proof of address from a qualifying town)
- 4
Submit before 1 June 2026 by the method instructed by Power Construction
- 5
Attend an interview if shortlisted
- 6
Receive bursary offer
Required Documents
- 📄 Completed Power Construction bursary application form
- 📄 Certified ID copy
- 📄 Certified matric results or latest university transcript
- 📄 Proof of acceptance or registration at a tertiary institution
- 📄 Proof of address (Gouda, Saron, Tulbagh or Porterville)
- 📄 Proof of household income
- 📄 Motivational letter
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can apply for the Power Construction Bursary?
- South African students who live in Gouda, Saron, Tulbagh or Porterville and are studying or accepted to study civil engineering or a construction-related qualification at an accredited institution.
- When does the bursary close?
- Applications close on 1 June 2026 for the 2026 academic year. Apply as early as possible and confirm with Power Construction in case the date moves.
- Do I need to live in one of the listed towns?
- Yes. This is a community-focused bursary - proof of address from Gouda, Saron, Tulbagh or Porterville is required and is checked.
- Is there a work-back commitment?
- Yes. Recipients sign a bursary agreement that includes a work-back period at Power Construction after qualifying.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 1 June 2026
Information verified 2026-05-19. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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